Consultation with a Urologist-Andrologist

A urologist-andrologist is a medical specialist who diagnoses, treats, and prevents diseases of the male genitourinary system. They address both inflammatory and non-inflammatory conditions.

When to See an Andrologist

An andrologist can help with:

• male infertility (all types);
• age-related hormonal changes (androgen deficiency, male menopause);
• inflammatory conditions (e.g., prostatitis, urethritis);
• erectile dysfunction and sexual disorders;
• problems with ejaculation;
• decreased libido;
• hormonal imbalances (hypogonadism);
• emotional and psychological issues affecting sexual function.

Common Conditions Treated by an Andrologist

Andrological:

• balanitis and balanoposthitis;
• prostatitis;
• urethritis;
• benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH);
• sexually transmitted infections (STIs: chlamydia, HPV, ureaplasma, etc.);
• genital warts and papillomas;
• scrotal trauma;
• orchiepididymitis;
• hypogonadism.

Urological:

• priapism (prolonged painful erection);
• penile fracture;
• short frenulum;
• scrotal conditions (e.g., varicocele, hydrocele);
• orchitis, epididymitis.

Sexual Health:

• low libido;
• premature ejaculation;
• erectile dysfunction;
• impotence;
• penile abnormalities (curvature, phimosis, etc.).

How to Prepare for a Visit

To ensure an effective consultation:

• Clearly define your concern or symptoms;
• Avoid sexual activity for 3–5 days before the appointment;
• Refrain from alcohol and smoking 24 hours before the visit;
• Maintain personal hygiene;
• Bring any prior test results or medical documents.
• Reasons to see an andrologist include:
• difficulty conceiving for over a year;
• reduced sexual desire or performance;
• erectile or ejaculatory issues;
• suspected infections or inflammations;
• family planning and safe sex advice.

What to Expect During the Consultation
1. Medical history — the doctor will ask detailed questions about your symptoms and lifestyle.
 2. Physical exam — performed if needed.
 3. Diagnostic tests — may include:

Possible Examinations:

• PCR testing for STIs (HPV, chlamydia, mycoplasma, etc.);
• ultrasound (prostate, scrotum, pelvic organs);
• Doppler ultrasound (penile and scrotal blood vessels);
• semen analysis;
• MAR test (for immune infertility);
• blood tests (general, biochemical, hormones, tumor markers, infections);
• prostate secretion and urethral discharge cultures;
• urethroscopy, cystoscopy — if indicated.

Follow-Up
Once test results are ready, the andrologist will diagnose and recommend a treatment plan, possibly with ongoing follow-ups.

Book your consultation via phone or at the clinic’s front desk.

Take care of your health — timely andrology care helps preserve your quality of life and well-being.